Quadratic probing is a collision resolution technique used in open addressing for hash tables, where the interval between probes is increased quadratically rather than linearly. This method reduces clustering, which can occur with linear probing, and helps to distribute keys more uniformly across the hash table. By using a quadratic function, the search for an open slot becomes less predictable and more efficient, enhancing overall search and insertion performance.
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